Meaning of the word "opportunity never knocks twice at any man's door" in English
What does "opportunity never knocks twice at any man's door" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
opportunity never knocks twice at any man's door
US /ˌɑː.pɚˈtuː.nə.t̬i ˈnev.ɚ nɑːks twaɪs æt ˈen.i mænz dɔːr/
UK /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti ˈnev.ə nɒks twaɪs æt ˈen.i mænz dɔː/
Idiom
used to say that you will only have one chance to do something important or successful, so you should take it when it comes
Example:
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You should accept that job offer immediately; remember, opportunity never knocks twice at any man's door.
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I decided to travel the world while I could, because opportunity never knocks twice at any man's door.